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Posted onEmma SimpsonBusiness correspondent Aldi The boss of Aldi has warned that any measures in the Budget that further increase costs on employers could lead to higher food prices. Aldi UK chief executive Giles Hurley, said the impact of last year’s National Insurance rise and the cost of new packaging rules had already “rippled through to…
Northamptonshire warm spaces open to combat unaffordable bills
Posted onPA Media Many people will be having to limit how much heating they use in their homes this winter, said North Northamptonshire Council People in a county are being encouraged to use warm spaces over winter if they need to, with many continuing to face “unaffordable” heating bills, a council said. More than 170 venues…
What is the two-child benefit cap and how could it change?
Posted onGetty Images The two-child limit means many low-income families do not receive further benefits when they have a third or subsequent child. It has been the subject of intense political debate and speculation, with Chancellor Rachel Reeves hinting at changes in the Budget. So how does the system work and what might happen? What is…
Trump announces new tariffs on trucks, drugs and kitchen cabinets
Posted onUS President Donald Trump announced a new wave of tariffs on Thursday, including a 100% levy on branded drugs that are manufactured outside the US. Washington will also impose a 25% tariffs on imports of all heavy-duty trucks and 50% levies on kitchen and bathroom cabinets, he said on his Truth Social platform. “The reason…
HS2 trains could run slower than planned to save money
Posted onThis means HS2 trains could not be tested at their intended operating speeds until a bespoke test track, or the railway itself is complete, something DfT sources claim would delay completion of the project by several years and cost billions of pounds.
